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Timothy Goodspeed

Spring Valley,CA

Summary

Dear employer,

I am a Honorable Discharged US Navy veteran with active ADEQ grade 1 certifications in Wastewater, Wastewater Collections, Water Distribution. I also have my CDL class A license with no restrictions. I am a San Diego native and I recently moved back to San Diego to pursue my career in the water industry.

As a waste water treatment plant operator, I have obtained hands-on experience in wastewater treatment processes and systems management. I strongly focus on teamwork and achieving operational efficiency, consistently adaptable to evolving demands. I am skilled in monitoring and maintaining equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and implementing safety protocols. I am reliable, goal-oriented and have great communication skills. I am also very driven to continue my education in this felid as I am currently enrolling into the Cuyamaca College Center of Water Studies to obtain my California certifications.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Town of Florence
Florence, AZ
12.2025 - Current
  • Class A CDL (no restrictions)
  • Experience Operating light, medium and heavy-duty, motorized vehicles and equipment, backhoes, Front Loader and forklifts
  • Experience with jackhammers, drills, electric and pneumatic powered tools and similar equipment and tools.
  • Maintained wastewater treatment equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Monitored and recorded wastewater parameters for compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Assisted in performing routine maintenance on pumps, valves, and other machinery.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot operational issues effectively.
  • Documented daily operations and maintenance activities in compliance with reporting requirements.
  • Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
  • Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
  • Maintained regulatory compliance with state and federal environmental guidelines through diligent monitoring and reporting of plant operations.
  • Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.

Detention Officer

Pinal County Sheriff's Office
Florence, AZ
06.2024 - 11.2025
  • Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.
  • Conducted regular safety inspections of detention areas to maintain secure environment.
  • Coordinated transportation of inmates to court appearances and medical appointments.
  • Documented incidents and maintained accurate logs of daily activities and interactions.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of detention facility protocols and emergency response procedures.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
  • Maintained a safe environment for inmates and staff through effective communication and adherence to established protocols.

Outside Plant Technician

ATT
San Diego, CA
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Installed and maintained fiber optic and copper cables in outside plant facilities.
  • Conducted routine inspections and troubleshooting of network infrastructure.
  • Collaborated with engineers to ensure optimal network performance and reliability.
  • Utilized specialized tools for splicing, testing, and repairing cable systems.
  • Experience with various hand tools, such as shovels and digging bars.

E-3

US Navy
San Diego, CA
12.2019 - 08.2022
  • Standing watches and Patrolling over Naval Special Warfare Training as well as

fully armed NSW boats and live ammunitions.

  • Assisting and escorting as well as writing Standard Operating Procedures for civilian contractors on and off Naval Special Warfare federal property.
  • Duty Driver qualification with Government License.
  • Small weapons training.
  • Sharp shooter qualification.
  • Hand to hand combat training with NSWATC (non lethal) take downs.
  • First Aid/ CPR certified
  • Searches and procedures for authorized and unauthorized personnel for Top Secret locations on NSWATC Silver Strand Training Complex.

Education

High School Diploma -

High School Diploma -

Valhalla High School
Rancho San Diego, CA
06-2017

No Degree - Center of Water Studies

Cuyamaca College
El Cajon, CA
09-2026

Skills

  • Hazardous material handling
  • Experience with Jackhammers, drills, electric and pneumatic powered tools and similar equipment and tools
  • Operates light, medium and heavy-duty, motorized vehicles and equipment
  • Pump stations
  • Flow meter monitoring
  • Plant inspection procedures
  • SCADA
  • Chemical feed system operation
  • Water distribution
  • Sample collection
  • Water sampling
  • Water quality testing
  • Pump operation
  • Calibrating instruments

Certification

ADEQ Wastewater Treatment grade 1

ADEQ Water Distribution grade 1

ADEQ Wastewater Collections grade 1

Timeline

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Town of Florence
12.2025 - Current

Detention Officer

Pinal County Sheriff's Office
06.2024 - 11.2025

Outside Plant Technician

ATT
01.2024 - 06.2024

E-3

US Navy
12.2019 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

High School Diploma -

Valhalla High School

No Degree - Center of Water Studies

Cuyamaca College
Timothy Goodspeed